FREQUENTLY ASKED MASSAGE QUESTIONS
Do I need to take off my clothes?
For
most types of massage therapy, the answer is usually yes, with Shiatsu being
the exception to this rule. However, the amount of clothing you need to remove
depends largely on the extent of the treatment you are receiving. For full body
treatments, you should undress down to your pants at least, but most clients
opt to remove all their clothes. Since no two therapists are alike, it is best
to ask during the consultation what is preferred. You should be covered with
towels or sheets, so the only parts showing are the parts being treated. This
helps you to relax and helps to keep you warm.
Will therapy hurt?
If
at any time the treatment you are receiving is causing you too much discomfort,
ask the therapist to stop or ease off for a few minutes. Be open and let the
therapist know how you are feeling and your treatment will be a lot more
enjoyable and productive. The old adage "no pain no gain" is not
relevant to massage therapy treatments you receive. Remember that it is your
physical condition or dysfunction that is painful, not the treatment. You
should feel better at the end of each treatment and the treatments will become
more comfortable as your dysfunctions improve.
Is it safe to receive massage during
pregnancy?
Not only is it safe, it is also very beneficial and comforting. Massage therapy
can be received throughout the entire nine month pregnancy term. If you are
experiencing complications during pregnancy, discuss your condition with your
doctor or midwife first. It is not recommended that you use or allow anyone to
apply any pure essential oils (aromatherapy oils) on you in the first three
months of your pregnancy. If oils are
used, they should be mild ones like Lavender oil.
FYI/BTW
All massage appointments must be
booked with a 50% non-
refundable
deposit. If the appointment is cancelled
it must be done so within 4 hours or you will forfeit the deposit.
All
massage appointments
will
begin and end on time. If you are
late for your appointment, you will be expected to pay in full and receive the
remaining portion of time available for your massage.
All massage appointments require 24 hour advanced scheduling, however on
appointed days walk-in service will be available.
Also
please note that all massages are therapeutic in nature and there is absolutely
NO SEXUAL BEHAVIOR PERMITTED. If any inappropriate behavior is noted the
session will end immediately and you will pay in full for the entire session.
MENU OF SERVICES
1514
U Street, NW
2nd
Floor
202.319.1600
202-285-0882
*Visit us on the
web at
www.zsbodymassage.com
Prices
Swedish
Deep Tissue
Aromatherapy
Sports
Pre-Natal
60 minutes - $100
90 minutes - $150
Walking on the
Stones of U
60 minutes - $125
90 minutes - $175
Exfoliating Foot
Scrub and Reflexology treatment
30 minutes - $45
Add-on
Exfoliating Hand and Foot Treatment
15 minutes - $30
Full Body
Exfoliating Body Scrub
60 minutes - $120
Detoxifying
Anti-Cellulite Body Wrap
45 minutes - $110
Two 4 U -
120 minutes - $200
Z’s Body
Indulgence –
150 minutes - $280
DESCRIPTION
OF SERVICES
Swedish – The
most popular massage of all, this technique leaves the body relaxed and rested
by using firm
but gentle pressure to improve circulation, ease muscle aches and improve flexibility.
Deep Tissue
– This
massage is concentrated focus work using primarily thumbs and elbows to loosen
the connective tissue where muscles attach and knots form.
Aromatherapy
– A
therapeutic massage using the oil from organically grown plants. Each massage is tailored to fit your
individual needs.
Sports
Massage – A therapeutic
massage that incorporates the use of stretching. This technique helps to alleviate
soreness and swelling and helps to prepare the athlete or weekend warrior for
peak performance by reducing muscle tension and promoting flexibility to
prevent injuries.
Pre-Natal
Massage - Designed
to target discomfort areas during pregnancy, Pre-natal massage promotes overall
well being and relaxation during this precious time.
Walking
on the Stones of U
– A massage using warmed basalt stones and aromatic oils to help detoxify
and melt away stress with heat.
Exfoliating Foot
Scrub and Reflexology Treatment
This invigorating
body treatment is just enough. A
thorough sloughing of dead skin with an invigorating foot scrub on legs and feet,
followed by warm towels to remove residue and a firm foot and leg massage with
an creamy body butter.
Full Body
Exfoliating Scrub –
This treatment uses
either Dead Sea salt, brown sugar or jojoba beads to exfoliate skin to a
healthy glow. Afterwards a
moisturizing body cream is applied to seal and hydrate skin.
Detoxifying
Anti-Cellulite Body Wrap
After light
exfoliation, a caffeine based mud wrap is applied all over concentrating on
problem cellulite areas. You are
then wrapped in a warm cocoon and after rinsing you are slathered in an
enriched body cream.
Two 4 U *–
A
full body exfoliating body scrub followed by your choice of a 60 minute
therapeutic massage.
Z’s Body
Indulgence – This
treatment is the ultimate in spa experiences. You are first given a Full Body Exfoliating Body Scrub,
followed by a Detoxifying Anti-Cellulite Body Wrap and ending with a
therapeutic massage using select warm stones to focus on any problem areas you
may have left.
*excludes Walking
on the Stones of U and Pre-Natal Massage